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School Support Worker Salary in East Sussex

How much does a school support worker earn in East Sussex?

Average base salary in East Sussex

£20,425 per year

per year in East Sussex · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,275 per year

School Support Worker roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. School Support Worker pay in East Sussex is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school support workers near East Sussex

Compare average school support worker pay in East Sussex and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school support worker salaryJobs
East of England£21,930 per yearView jobs
Edinburgh£21,285 per yearView jobs
East Riding of Yorkshire£20,640 per yearView jobs
East Sussex This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
East Renfrewshire£20,425 per yearView jobs
Eastbourne£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ebbw Vale£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to School Support Worker get paid in East Sussex?

Frequently asked questions about school support worker pay in East Sussex

How much does a school support worker earn in East Sussex?

The average salary for a school support worker in East Sussex is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £23,275 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is East Sussex a well-paid area for school support workers?

East Sussex tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for school support workers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire school support workers in East Sussex?

Live school support worker openings in East Sussex rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a school support worker in East Sussex increase their salary?

School Support Workers in East Sussex typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between school support worker pay in East Sussex and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In East Sussex it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.

School Support Worker jobs in East Sussex

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